Pig health and welfare

We know that excellent pig care results in a high-quality product. That’s why each year we invest in research, technologies and practices to improve pig welfare. Discover resources, guides and standards to help you maintain the best pig welfare.  

Pig health and welfare resources
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Manual

Model Code of Practice

  • Minimum standards for the welfare of pigs on farms 
  • A foundation for animal welfare legislation 
  • A guide for all people responsible for the welfare of pigs including accommodation, care and husbandry
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Guide

Guide to the Model Code

  • The Companion Handbook is a guide to help you understand and action the Model Code of Practice
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Manual

Land Transport Standards

The Land Transport Standards aim to ensure good welfare practices for all livestock journeys, including all pig movements. The standards cover: 

  • Planning and preparation for transport 
  • Time off water
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Guide

Care of the Compromised Pig

  • Identify and assess sick or injured pigs that may be considered “compromised”
Pigs walking through run. View from the back

Manual

Is it fit for the intended journey?

  • Principles of loading and transport
  • Assessing pigs for transport
More information
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Elective husbandry procedures

Husbandry refers to the care, cultivation and breeding of animals. Elective husbandry procedures are only performed to prevent potential adverse health and welfare outcomes.
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Stockperson competency

Here you’ll find some of the key stockperson competency variations for each state and territory in Australia.
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Antimicrobial stewardship

AMS is the practice of using antimicrobial treatments in the appropriate way. This helps secure their use and efficacy for the future.